NFL teams have recently shifted their focus to a committee approach to defensive line deployment, altering how IDP managers draft. Instead of having defensive linemen on each team play a near every-down role, players are deployed as pass-rush/run-down specialists. This opened the door for more potential IDP streaming options.
Being able to stream positions is key to winning leagues. It is impossible to nail down every roster position with studs. You always walk away with one of your position groups feeling thin. This weekly article will cover IDP streaming matchups for the IDL and Edge positions to help you win your leagues.
You made it to the final week of the season, and honestly, this is a massive week for streaming. Teams that have clinched playoff berths are likely sitting their starters. You may need to find replacements. Last week, we nailed the calls of Myles Murphy and Chase Young, both making big plays. Let's take a look at the top IDP streaming options for Week 18.
IDP Streaming Option: IDL Jer'Zhan Newton, Washington Commanders
Matchup: Philadelphia Eagles - Ranked 2nd in Matt Bitonti's Offensive Line Rankings
Newton has been stuck behind Daron Payne and Javon Kinlaw all season, barely cracking the 25 snap count on just 6 occasions all season. Two of those games have been in the team's last two games. Newton filled in for Payne, who was out with a back injury, in Week 17, and played 56 snaps. Not only did his snap share grow, but his presence was vastly felt. He exploded for nine total tackles and three sacks.
Jer'Zhan Newton : 9 tackles, 2 for loss, 3 sacks & 5 QB hits (Career-highs in tackles, sacks & QB hits) pic.twitter.com/pKwXPXWpcF
— Lee Harvey (@Sayian_Warrior) December 25, 2025
Payne is likely to be back for the season finale, but Newton's play from Week 17 cannot go ignored. He won't see an every-down role again, but should easily eclipse the 30 snap total. The Commanders play the Eagles, who have one of the best offensive lines in football, but they already said they are sitting starters. Newton will look to finish the season strong and earn a bigger role for 2026. He is a sneaky IDP streaming option for Week 18.
IDP Streaming Option: IDL Deone Walker, Buffalo Bills
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